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Brachial Palsy in the Newborn

Alternate Names : Erb Palsy, Klumpke Paralysis

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

A newborn with brachial palsy holds the affected arm close to the body. The elbow is not bent, and the hand is turned palm down. The infant cannot move the affected arm. Sometimes only the upper part of the arm is affected, and the baby can move the hand and fingers. Often the entire arm, including the hand and fingers, is affected.

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Author: John Wegmann, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 10/01/01

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